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Molding apparatus and method

US7267542B2 · kind B2 · utility

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22Claims
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Filing dateNov 13, 2003
Grant dateSep 11, 2007
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Expiry dateApr 1, 2025

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB29C33/3821
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An apparatus and method for making a mold or mold face includes a container having at least one opening. The apparatus also includes a flexible membrane that is retained to the container that extends across the opening of the container. The apparatus for making a mold further includes support media that is disposed within the container along with a vacuum valve that is connected to the container.

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